First Step Child Care Center INC. is a child daycare & preschools daycare located at 22025 Governs Hwy, Richton Park, Illinois IL. Find contact info, location details, and similar daycares nearby.
What Parents Say
First Step Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the exceptional care, patience, and dedication of staff members, particularly Ms. Kim, Ms. Erin, Ms. Brie, and Director Ms. Kemena, who create a warm, nurturing environment where children develop academically and socially.
This is an exceptional daycare. I feel extremely comfortable with sending my son to this school daily. Ms. Kim is a wonderful person and a great teacher. Her skills and best practices truly show in the development of my son. She provides reassurance to the kids by showing them love, attention. She provides feedback on areas where my child needs and improvement and she assists with patience. I never have a problem and I highly recommend Ms. Kim.
This is the only daycare I truly feel comfortable sending my children to. My now 8-year-old attended as a toddler, and now my son is enrolled here as well. He is currently in Ms. Kim’s classroom, and I can’t say enough about her. Her passion, gentleness, and love for the students do not go unnoticed. She is an amazing teacher, and I always feel at ease leaving my son in her care. The director, Ms. Kemena, is also exceptional. She truly listens to parents and takes immediate action if any issues arise. Her communication is clear and effective, which is so important and reassuring as a parent. I highly recommend this center to anyone looking for childcare where they can have peace of mind knowing their child is in good hands.
I’m so thankful for Ms. Brie and Ms. Gabby and the amazing care they give my niece! From the very beginning, they’ve made her feel comfortable, safe, and excited to come to daycare each day. I’ve seen such a big difference in her confidence and social skills since being in their class. They’re both so patient, kind, and creative with the kids—always finding fun ways to make learning enjoyable. It’s clear they genuinely care about each child and go the extra mile to make sure everyone feels included and loved. I’m beyond grateful for the positive impact they’ve had on my niece’s growth and development. Highly recommend this daycare team!
We are incredibly grateful for both Ms. Erin and Ms. Megan and the amazing care and guidance they’ve given our son. Since starting daycare, he has grown so much, and it's thanks to their dedication and patience. He comes home every day excited to share what he's learned, whether it’s letters, shapes, animals, or even planets! His love for learning has truly blossomed under their care. They’ve also been such a huge help with potty training, providing the support and consistency he needed to feel confident and comfortable. We can’t thank them enough for their kindness and encouragement during this important stage.
I can’t say enough wonderful things about Ms. Brie! She truly goes above and beyond for the children in her care. Every day, she greets them with warmth and enthusiasm, creating a welcoming environment where they feel safe and loved. Her creativity shines through in the activities she plans, making learning both fun and engaging.